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21st March 2025

Today's top stories

For Pete’s sake, Mali help our farmers!

As a record-breaking drought cripples our regions, farmers called Peter have called on another bloke called Peter (who runs the state) to take action and help.

First look: How Adelaide’s first skyscraper would transform the city

Designs have been revealed for a 160m-high second tower at Festival Plaza that would define the city’s skyline.

Agriculture tycoon tops South Australia’s richest with $2bn

The wealthiest South Australian oversees a food empire that is among the biggest private companies in the country.

Ranked: The South East’s top 40 footballers of the 21st Century

SA’s South East has been packed with star country footy talent throughout the 21st Century, so we’ve drawn from the region’s three main leagues to rank the top 40 players of the pa...

Weatherill’s Whyalla deja vu: Jay breaks silence on steelworks saga

He sorted through the last steelworks mess when Arrium plunged into administration and now he’s watching on as the Premier faces a similar challenge.

Tech giants urge Trump to target ‘discriminatory’ Aussie media laws

Apple, Meta, Google, Amazon and Elon Musk’s X have urged the Trump administration to target “coercive” Australian media laws.

Five to try: These spuds ain’t duds! SA’s must-try potato dishes

Carb-lovers, listen in now. At these five Adelaide venues, the humble potato is king. See where to find the best in town.

Your own personal wellness retreat

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RAH’s breathtaking room reclaim costing an eye-watering amount

The $2.7bn Royal Adelaide Hospital is planning to move services out as it runs out of room, while an area it leased to a private consortium and now rents back at a higher rate may ...

Shipbuilding boss fires back at union over Adelaide strike

A union leader spearheading industrial action at a $45bn naval frigate project is being accused of disrespecting a job-saving campaign fronted by Premier Peter Malinauskas.

FMC facing infectious diseases outbreak

A highly contagious bug has put restrictions within the Flinders Medical Centre to try and stop the spread of the antibiotic-resistant CPE.

Road closed as skies open over the outback

A major road in regional SA has closed due to flooding as South Aussies lap up the first real downpour of the year.

‘Greedy’ thieving MP on brink of ruin, facing jail

Motivated by greed, Troy Bell stole more than $400,000 from vulnerable kids – now a court has heard he deserves jail.

Penbo: Duelling NIMBYs in full on clash of Adelaide nonsense

If you’re one of those South Australians convinced that Adelaide can’t handle anymore people, there are a few home truths you need to accept, writes David Penberthy.

SuperCoach: Four things we learned from Blues v Hawks

Tom De Koning is still a must-have, massive concern for Will Day and a sneaky premium option down back. Here’s what SuperCoaches learned from Hawthorn’s win over Carlton.

From our network

‘Teen vandals destroyed my brand new home’

It was supposed to be Ashlee Smallfield’s dream home but a group of teenagers smashed every window and covered almost every wall in graffiti.

Kim pulls plug on North’s Kanye visit amid Tate drama

Kim Kardashian has cut short her daughter North West’s visit with dad Kanye West over the controversial Tate brothers as Beyonce’s mum hits back at the “evil” rapper.

Meghan makes another trademark blunder

Meghan Markle has failed to sign a crucial document for her as yet-to-be-launched lifestyle brand As Ever while Netflix boss Ted Sarandos has backed the “underestimated” Duchess.

Tiny town offering $680k, house, car to find GP

It has to be one of the more lucrative job offers in Qld, yet even an astronomical $680,000 salary package, plus free accommodation and five weeks’ leave has so far failed to lure ...

‘Don’t give a f**k about him’: Musk’s daughter lets rip

Elon Musk’s estranged daughter Vivian has given a scathing interview in which she addresses her dad’s involvement with Donald Trump and accusations he made a Nazi salute.

‘Vengeful and rambling’: Lively wants Baldoni lawsuit dismissed

Blake Lively’s lawyers have fought to dismiss Justin Baldoni’s $635m lawsuit against the actress, calling it a “sinister campaign to destroy her”.

Prince Harry’s $200m UK secret revealed

Out-of-favour Royal Prince Harry has found a quiet haven away from home when he returns to the UK, thanks to his ‘second father’.

Medicine supply crisis: See if you are affected

Hundreds of medications are in short supply across Australia with patients unable to fill their scripts. See if you are affected. Search and see the list.

The secret to NAPLAN test success revealed

With NAPLAN testing set to start on Wednesday around the country, an SA study of more than 200,000 students has exposed the key to getting the best results.

Pop star spills secret song drama on Aussie tour

Legendary queen of funk Chaka Khan wants the world to hear an iconic pop classic that was meant to be a duet, but she reveals why the version may never be released.

‘Evil bastard’ slammed for move against Tesla

A US politician is taking great pleasure from Elon Musk’s pain, delighting supporters with savage takedowns of both Musk and Tesla owners.

Shock figure Gen Z wants to earn to live comfortably

Property experts have revealed the household income Gen Z believes they need to live comfortably. And the figure is mindblowing.

What nine months in space did to NASA astronauts’ bodies

After a nine-month odyssey, the two US astronauts are back on Earth. From vision loss to fluid build-up, here’s what happens next.

13yo’s body started to shut down after ‘wanting to get fit’

It all started as an innocent attempt to get healthier but it took three months for Katya to almost die from anorexia nervosa at just 13 years old.

Meghan Markle ruthlessly mocked by Jimmy Fallon

Funnyman Jimmy Fallon has poked fun at Meghan Markle’s much-maligned Netflix lifestyle series, as the streaming giant’s boss spoke out on the royal’s future. Watch the video.